The Totumo Mud Volcano Shared Tour provides visitors with a unique chance to experience Colombia’s natural wonders. Nestled along the Caribbean coast, this volcanic crater offers a rejuvenating mud bath believed to soothe the skin. Travelers can indulge in this therapeutic soak while taking in breathtaking panoramic views. Beyond the relaxing mud bath, the tour also includes a delightful lunch and convenient round-trip transportation, ensuring a well-rounded and hassle-free experience. With personalized service and a small group size, this tour offers an unforgettable opportunity to escape the ordinary and take in the tranquility of nature. What makes this tour so captivating, however, is the chance to…
About Your Stay
- This shared tour offers a full-day experience visiting the Totumo Mud Volcano, including transportation, entrance fees, and a delicious lunch.
- Participants can enjoy relaxing in the natural, mineral-rich mud baths at the volcanic crater site for a spa-like experience.
- The tour provides convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring a hassle-free journey, and accommodates a maximum group size of 8 for a personalized experience.
- Moderate fitness level is required, and the tour may not be suitable for certain medical conditions, as participants must enter and exit the mud baths independently.
- The tour has received mixed reviews, with an overall rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, and potential travelers are advised to consider the reviews before booking.
Tour Overview
The Totumo Mud Volcano Shared Tour from Cartagena allows visitors to relax in natural mud baths for a spa-quality experience.
This full-day tour includes a hassle-free round-trip transfer with hotel pickup and drop-off. Travelers will have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch and explore the unique mud volcano.
The tour provides excellent value, with entrance fees and transportation included. While it’s not wheelchair accessible, the tour is suitable for travelers with a moderate fitness level, excluding those with back problems, heart conditions, or serious medical conditions.
With a maximum group size of 8, the tour ensures a personalized experience.
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Inclusions
This tour includes a delicious lunch, as well as convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.
Travelers will enjoy round-trip shared transportation, with the fuel surcharge covered. While onboard, guests can capture souvenir photos, available for purchase. The tour offers great value, with all entrance fees included.
Participants must provide their passport information, as this is required for all travelers. However, the experience isn’t recommended for those with certain medical conditions or limited mobility, as a moderate level of fitness is needed.
With a maximum of 8 travelers, this small-group tour ensures a personalized experience.
Meeting and Pickup
Travelers have the option to head directly to the meeting point or request pickup from their hotel.
The meeting point is located at Monumento Torre del Reloj, Boca del Puente, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia. The tour starts at 9:00 AM and returns to the same meeting point.
The key details for the meeting and pickup are:
- Option to go directly to the meeting point or request hotel pickup
- Meeting point: Monumento Torre del Reloj, Boca del Puente, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia
- Start time: 9:00 AM
- End point: Returns to the meeting point
Additional Information
Confirmation is received at the time of booking.
The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, so participants must be able to get in and out of the mud baths.
All travelers must provide their passport details, including name, number, expiry, and country.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
The tour isn’t recommended for those with back problems, pregnant individuals, or those with heart conditions or other serious medical issues.
A moderate level of physical fitness is required.
The tour has a maximum of 8 travelers.
Pricing and Cancellation
What’s the pricing for the Totumo Mud Volcano Tour? The tour is priced from $70.00 per person.
Notably, this tour offers a Lowest Price Guarantee, giving customers the assurance of getting the best value.
Plus, the tour provides a Reserve Now and Pay Later option, providing flexibility for travelers.
The tour also offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, allowing for changes in plans.
The pricing and cancellation policies make this tour accessible and convenient for a variety of travelers.
- Lowest Price Guarantee
- Reserve Now and Pay Later option
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience
- Pricing from $70.00 per person
Reviews
The Totumo Mud Volcano Tour has received a total of 4 reviews, with an overall rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on Viator and Tripadvisor feedback.
Unfortunately, the tour hasn’t received any 5-star or 4-star ratings. All the reviews are below 3 stars, indicating room for improvement in the tour experience.
Customers seem to have had mixed experiences, with some aspects of the tour receiving positive feedback while others fell short.
The low number of reviews also suggests the tour may not be as popular or well-known as others in the area.
Potential travelers should carefully consider the reviews before booking to ensure the tour meets their expectations.
Exploring the Totumo Mud Volcano
Nestled in the heart of Colombia’s Caribbean coast, the Totumo Mud Volcano beckons visitors with its unique natural wonder.
Travelers can enjoy the therapeutic, mineral-rich mud, which is believed to have rejuvenating properties. The experience offers a spa-like respite from the day’s activities.
Exploring the Totumo Mud Volcano includes:
- Climbing the stairs to the top of the volcanic crater
- Relaxing in the warm, soothing mud baths
- Enjoying the spectacular views of the surrounding landscape
- Rinsing off with a freshwater shower after the mud experience
This one-of-a-kind adventure provides a memorable and relaxing escape, making it a must-visit destination for travelers to Cartagena.
Questions About Your Stay
Can I Bring My Own Food and Drinks?
The tour does not mention if participants can bring their own food and drinks. It’s best to check with the tour operator to confirm the policy on outside food and beverages.
How Long Do I Get to Spend in the Mud Bath?
Visitors typically spend around 30-60 minutes relaxing in the mud baths, allowing them to fully enjoy the spa-like experience. The tour includes ample time for visitors to enjoy the natural mud before exiting and cleaning off.
Are There Any Age or Height Restrictions?
There are no age or height restrictions for the tour. However, it’s not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant women, or those with heart conditions or serious medical issues. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Can I Swim in the Mud Volcano?
Visitors can swim and relax in the natural mud baths of the Totumo Mud Volcano. The experience offers a spa-like treatment, with the mud believed to have therapeutic properties. However, there may be age or health restrictions, so it’s best to check before booking.
Is There a Dress Code for the Tour?
There’s no specific dress code for the tour, but participants should wear comfortable, swimsuit-friendly clothing they don’t mind getting dirty. Bringing a change of clothes and towels is recommended, as the mud can be messy.
Final Verdict On This Stay
The Totumo Mud Volcano Shared Tour offers a unique and rejuvenating experience amidst Colombia’s stunning Caribbean coast. Participants can indulge in therapeutic mud baths, take in breathtaking views, and enjoy personalized service with a focus on relaxation and wellness. This tour provides an unforgettable opportunity to unwind in nature’s embrace and leave feeling refreshed and reinvigorated.
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